Makerspace & 3D Printing at Wisconsin Libraries (21 Verified)
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Makerspaces & 3D Printing at Libraries in Wisconsin
Looking for a makerspace or 3D printer at a public library in Wisconsin? These 21 public libraries have offering a makerspace or 3D printing verified on their official pages — usually free with your library card, paying only for materials like filament.
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We have verified 21 public libraries in Wisconsin offering makerspace & 3D printing, across 21 cities — including Appleton, Brookfield, Cambridge, DeForest, Eau Claire. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.
A few worth knowing in Wisconsin:
- Mead Public Library · Sheboygan — Imaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults
- Menomonee Falls Public Library · Menomonee Falls — The Forge makerspace: 3D printer, embroidery machine, sewing supplies, button maker and craft materials — free for cardholders
- Elisha D. Smith Public Library · Menasha — SMITHworks Makerspace: 3D printing, crafting tools and creative equipment (weekdays 2:30–5:30 p.m.)
💡 Good to know: Access to the makerspace is normally free with a library card; you pay only for consumable materials (filament is often charged by the gram). High-powered tools like laser cutters usually require a short safety orientation first — check the library’s maker page for certification requirements and how to reserve machine time.
Wisconsin libraries with makerspace & 3D printing — 21 verified
Appleton Public LibraryAPPLETON, Wisconsin · +1-920-832-6173200 N. Appleton StreetCreation Studios (3D printing, recording, makerspace tools) →Brookfield Public LibraryBrookfield, Wisconsin · (262) 782-41401900 N. Calhoun Road3D printing access →Cambridge Community LibraryCambridge, Wisconsin · (608) 423-3900101 Spring Water AlleyMakerspace for creative hands-on projects →DeForest Area Public LibraryDeForest, Wisconsin · (608) 846-5482203 Library StreetStudio 203 creative makerspace and The Workshop →L.E. Phillips Memorial Public LibraryEau Claire, Wisconsin · (715) 839-1648400 Eau Claire StreetDabble Box Makerspace for hands-on creating →Fond du Lac Public LibraryFond du Lac, Wisconsin · (920) 929-708032 Sheboygan StreetIdea Studio makerspace (ages 13+) with equipment for creative projects →Franklin Public LibraryFranklin, Wisconsin · (414) 425-82149151 W. Loomis Rd.CreateSpace makerspace with 3D printer and STEAM equipment (scheduled sessions) →Brown County Central LibraryGreen Bay, Wisconsin · (920) 448-4400515 Pine StreetPublic MakerSpace (3D printing, sewing machines & creative tech, in partnership with Proto) →La Crosse Public LibraryLa Crosse, Wisconsin · (608) 789-7100800 Main St.CREATE Lab makerspace for technology, fabrication, and creative projects →Manitowoc Public LibraryManitowoc, Wisconsin · (920) 686-3000707 Quay St.Idea Box Makerspace with laser cutter, vinyl cutter, design software, and film archiving equipment →Elisha D. Smith Public LibraryMenasha, Wisconsin · (920) 967-3690440 First St.SMITHworks Makerspace: 3D printing, crafting tools and creative equipment (weekdays 2:30–5:30 p.m.) →Menomonee Falls Public LibraryMenomonee Falls, Wisconsin · (262) 532-8900W156N8436 Pilgrim RoadThe Forge makerspace: 3D printer, embroidery machine, sewing supplies, button maker and craft materials — free for cardholders →Middleton Public LibraryMiddleton, Wisconsin · (608) 831-55647425 Hubbard Ave.3D printer and makerspace tools →Mukwonago Community LibraryMukwonago, Wisconsin · (262) 363-6411511 Division StreetMetaSpace 511 makerspace — vinyl cutting, heat press, custom designs →New Berlin Public LibraryNew Berlin, Wisconsin · (262) 785-498015105 Library LaneMakerStudio: 3D printer, embroidery machine, sewing and craft supplies — free for cardholders →Mead Public LibrarySheboygan, Wisconsin · (920) 459-3400710 N. 8th StreetImaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults →Watertown Public LibraryWatertown, Wisconsin · (920) 262-4090100 S. Water St.Makerspace for creative and hands-on projects →Waukesha Public LibraryWaukesha, Wisconsin · (262) 524-3680321 Wisconsin AvenueStudio 321 makerspace: 3D printers, Glowforge laser cutter, Cricut Maker, audio & video studios →Waupaca Area Public LibraryWaupaca, Wisconsin · (715) 258-4414107 S. Main St.3D printing access (Bambu P2S printer) →Wauwatosa Public LibraryWauwatosa, Wisconsin · (414) 471-84847635 W. North Ave.Kids' 3D printer — training sessions offered for grades 3–6 →Irvin L. Young Memorial LibraryWhitewater, Wisconsin · (262) 473-0530431 W. Center StreetMakerspace with free tools, supplies, and technology for all ages →
📝 How to use a library makerspace in Wisconsin
- Find your library’s makerspace. Check the library’s website for what equipment is available — makerspaces range from a single 3D printer to a full fabrication lab with laser cutters, vinyl cutters and audio studios.
- Take orientation or certification if required. High-powered tools like laser cutters and CNC machines often need a short safety class before you can use them independently.
- Reserve time on the equipment. Popular machines are booked in time slots; some libraries also take walk-ins for quick 3D prints — check the library’s booking system or call ahead.
- Bring or purchase your materials. Filament for 3D printing is usually sold at cost; for laser cutting, vinyl or sewing projects you may bring your own material or buy it at the makerspace.
- Make it — and pay only for materials. Using the space is typically free with a card; pay a small charge for consumables like filament or vinyl when you finish.
New to this? See the national guide on how library makerspaces work.
Frequently asked questions
Which Wisconsin cities have libraries with makerspaces?
We have verified 21 across 21 cities in Wisconsin: Appleton, Brookfield, Cambridge, DeForest, Eau Claire, Fond du Lac, Franklin, Green Bay and 13 more. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.
How many Wisconsin libraries offer makerspaces?
We have confirmed 21 Wisconsin public libraries with makerspace & 3D printing, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.
What makes Mead Public Library in Sheboygan notable for makerspaces?
Imaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Is makerspaces available at Menomonee Falls Public Library in Menomonee Falls?
The Forge makerspace: 3D printer, embroidery machine, sewing supplies, button maker and craft materials — free for cardholders. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Keep exploring
Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.